BEHR Premium Wet-Look Sealer No. 985 is one of the best-selling clear concrete sealers at Home Depot. It’s a water-based acrylic that adds a high-gloss wet look to concrete, pavers, brick and stone, and it also works as a clear topcoat over BEHR concrete paints and stains.
| Type | Film-forming acrylic sealer |
| Chemistry | Water-based, high-solids 100% acrylic, non-yellowing |
| Gloss | High gloss (80–90 at 60°) |
| Coverage | About 200–450 sq. ft. per gallon (first coat near 200, second near 450) |
| Dry/recoat | Dry in 1 hour; recoat in 4 hours |
| Application temp | 50–80°F; not in direct sun |
What It Is
No. 985 goes on milky and dries clear, leaving a glossy film that deepens color. It can be used on new or previously coated, vertical or horizontal, interior or exterior concrete and masonry. If you want less shine, BEHR’s No. 986 Low-Lustre Sealer is the same idea with a lower sheen.
Pros
- Strong gloss and color enhancement from a water-based product
- Low odor with soap-and-water cleanup
- Works as a topcoat over paints and stains
- Inexpensive and easy to find
Cons
- Slippery when wet; BEHR warns about this on the label
- Not for areas right next to pools, surfaces under hydrostatic pressure, or over oil-based products
- High gloss shows lap marks if not rolled carefully
- As a film, it wears faster outdoors than penetrating sealers
Who Should Buy It
It’s a good fit for patios, pavers and decorative concrete where you want shine on a budget. Skip it for pool surrounds and shaded steps. See our wet look sealer review and best wet look sealer for pool decks.
Application Tips
- Let new concrete cure at least 30 days.
- Apply thin coats with a pump sprayer, pad or 1/4″ nap roller.
- Don’t apply if rain or heavy dew is expected within 24 hours.
How we reviewed this product: this is a research-based review built from the manufacturer’s technical data sheet, current retail listings and owner feedback. We have not run our own hands-on tests of this product. Details were checked in October 2026; always follow the current label.